Chiropractic physicians assess the injuries of people involved in car accidents to determine the extent of their injuries. It is not unusual to find individuals who have injuries that do not have severe pain.   This is done by taking a detailed history, reviewing the cause of the injury and appropriate medical records,  establishing the present range of motion, and testing muscles for swelling, tenderness, strength, and bruising.  Often x-rays and other diagnostics may be ordered if needed.  Many people are surprised by the results of the tests. We often find that necks and other joints have been injured and are misaligned and malfunctioning because of car accidents.   These injuries are best cared for with proper chiropractic care in my opinion.  Whiplash is the most common type injuries resulting from car accidents.  In our office, we have a saying.  "A physical problem requires a physical fix".  If you have structural damage to your body then a pill is not going to fix it.   Other therapeutic protocols are also used such as muscle stimulation methods and exercises that can strengthen the muscles and joints back to their optimal function.

If you have been injured in an accident Dr. Stockstad an Asheville Chiropractor is here with over 20 years of experience.  Your health is our concern.